1. The new action programme to promote civic participation in the EU, 2007 - 2013 Europe for citizens

2. What are the aims of the Europe for citizens programme?  Help citizens participate actively in building Europe  Develop the feeling of a European identity and sense of belonging to the EU  Improve understanding among people through intercultural dialogue  Budget: 215 millions €

3. Specific objectives of the Europe for citizens programme  Get European citizens to exchange experiences, learn our common history and build our future together  Promote action, dialogue and reflection on our common values  Bring Europe closer to its citizens  Foster the interaction of European civil society organisations

4. The main avenues of action under Europe for citizens  “Active citizens for Europe”: town twinning  “Active civil society in Europe”: support for civil society organisations  “Together for Europe”: visibility and communication activities  “Active European Remembrance”: in particular, relating to legacy of totalitarian regimes The implementation of the programme is managed by the Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)